services

CopyEditing

LIGHT COPYEditing ($35/hour)

Pacing:

  • standard text: 6–9 pages per hour

    1,500–2,900 words per hour

  • difficult text: 4–6 pages per hour

    1,300–2,000 words per hour

  • Correct errors in:
     -spelling

     -capitalization

     -punctuation

     -hyphenation

     -abbreviation

  • -correct indisputable errors in grammar, syntax, and usage

    -query for clarification of terms likely to be new to readers

    -ignore awkward, wordy passages unless lengthy/egregious, then query but do not revise

  • -query factual inconsistencies or suspected errors

Light Copy Edit Services Included:

Medium COPYEditing ($40/hour)

Pacing:

  • standard text: 4–7 pages per hour

    1,000–2,300 words per hour

  • difficult text: 2–4 pages per hour

    600–1,300 words per hour

  • Correct errors in:
     -spelling

     -capitalization

     -punctuation

     -hyphenation

     -abbreviation

  • -correct indisputable errors in grammar, syntax, usage (same as for light copyediting)

    -query terms likely to be new to readers (same as for light copyediting) and supply definition if able

    -query awkward, wordy passages (same as for light copyediting) and suggest revisions

  • -query factual inconsistencies or suspected errors (same as for light copyediting) and verify with standard references (dictionary) as able

    -query faulty organization and gaps in logic (same as for light copyediting)

Medium Copy Edit Services Included:

Heavy COPYEditing ($45/hour)

Pacing:

  • standard text: 2–3 pages per hour

    500–1,000 words per hour

  • difficult text: 1–2 pages per hour

    300–700 words per hour

  • Correct errors in:
     -spelling

     -capitalization

     -punctuation

     -hyphenation

     -abbreviation

  • -correct indisputable errors in grammar, syntax, usage (same as for light copyediting)

    -query terms likely to be new to readers (same as for light copyediting) and supply definition if able (same as for medium copyediting)

    -revise awkward, wordy passages

  • -verify with standard references (same as for medium copyediting) and revise factual inconsistencies or suspected errors

    -query and/or fix faulty organization and gaps in logic

Heavy Copy Edit Services Included:

Developmental Editing

No matter where you are in the writing process, Alpine Editing Services is here to help! We’ll get you across the finish line with our fiction and non-fiction services.

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Crush your writer’s block

It happens to all of us. Spending too much time on a manuscript or getting lost in the pressure of your creative vision can leave you feeling defeated.

Alpine Editing Services is here to help! Inquire today about our development editing services.

Grow your Skills

At Alpine Editing Services, we believe there’s no such thing as a natural writer. Writing is a skill that takes time and practice. Let us help you develop into the content creator you’re working to be!

Inquire today about our coaching and developmental editing services.

  • -plot and story development
    -character cohesion and development
    -help with establishing narrator voice and perspective
    -identification of writer strengths and growth opportunities within the text
    -assistance with finding and maintaining author voice

  • -outline development
    -thesis crafting and identification
    -scoping and sequencing of argument
    -evaluation of evidence and analysis for strengths and development opportunities

1:1 Coaching

Get a personalized plan and regular check-ins to help you reach your goals.

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Weekly or Monthly Sessions

If you’re looking for something completely integrated and tailored to your specific needs, 1:1 writing coaching might be the right step for you. We’ll work with you to develop writing goals and support you as you achieve them. Book a free consultation today.

Free initial consultation
$150/hour sessions

College Application ESSAY Assistance

Get professional guidance and editing, along with regular check-ins as you apply to your dream school.

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Choose the Right plan for you

  • No idea where to start?

  • Want continuous support during the process?

  • Need a one-time consultation?

  • We have a plan for that!

Free initial consultation

  • -Single reading of essay with revision and editing suggestions

    -15 minutes feedback session

  • -15 minute pre-reading brainstorm and collaboration (allows for enhanced feedback and goal setting)

    -Single reading of essay with revision and editing suggestions

    -15 minutes feedback session

  • -15 minute pre-reading brainstorm and collaboration (allows for enhanced feedback and goal setting)

    -Initial reading of one essay with revision and editing suggestions

    -15 minutes feedback session

    -Second reading of same essay after revisions (includes follow up revision and editing suggestions).

    -10 minute final feedback session

  • -30 minute pre-reading brainstorm and collaboration (ideal for applicants struggling to select an essay topic)

    -Initial reading of two essays responding to the same prompt (with support around selecting the better essay)

    -20 minutes feedback session

    -Second reading of same essays after revisions (includes follow up revision and editing suggestions).

    -10 minute final feedback session